Had 170 cows and 14 bulls. The packer market was essentially the same as last week as large numbers of packer cows and bulls continue to come to market as this drought continues.

The calf market continues to be steady to weaker $1-$2 on most classes. Thin steers 500 to 700 pounds remain strong as they can go straight to the feed lot, and as a result those classes are higher than last week. Little can be done with lighter calves that do not have any grass country to go to or no cheap grain available. New crop calves carrying too much flesh are discounted because of that. Good interest in all classes just at lower levels.

Compared to last week: The market was lower this week. Better quality classes of calves sold mostly $5-$8 lower. Calves carrying a little more flesh each week. Severe losses in the feed lot sector and dry conditions in the grazing areas hurting demand.